Obviously they didn't have clearance to use it on Howard TV. The biggest request was that Eric be kept safe from werewolves while in New Mexico. No, create an account now. Eric was immediately insulted by a gay joke delivered by Howard Stern and hung up the phone. Sep 20, Messages: Gary left a message for Eric the Actor and he caled back and was on the air within a minute. Eric called in to Howard Stern earlier this week to let everyone know that it was his birthday. After a quick nap Johnny was left to make the announcement on his own.